The Lion Sleeps Tonight Full Classroom Instruments Ensemble Lesson Package

Grade Levels

• 3rd - 7th

Subjects

music, instrumental music,

• Resource Type

Powerpoint Presentation Unit Plans, Activities

Formats Included

• Zip

Using boomwhackers and other instruments!

In this fun lesson package, students will learn how to play the Lion Sleeps Tonight as a class ensemble!

It's a great musical activity and best of all, the final product can be used as a performance piece!

This Lesson Package Includes:

• Listening to the song

• Learning the lyrics

• Understanding the concept of Swing rhythm

• Practicing the Swing rhythm

• Practicing the individual parts

• Playing as an ensemble

Instruments Used:

• Xylophone

• Boomwhackers

• Bass Xylophones (optional)

• Tambourine

• Maracas

• Bells

• Voice

*Instruments may be substituted with others!

Why you should get this:

- Created by a music teacher!

- Beautiful slides and visuals to make learning fun

- Clear, step-by-step instructions!

- Easy to understand and follow

- Both part notation and full notation included

- PDF score also provided

- Tips for teachers on how to conduct

- MOST IMPORTANTLY: Kids are guaranteed to have fun with it.